What are the default controls for Donkey Kong Bananza?

Donkey Kong Bananza, a platformer game, maps 15 actions to the Nintendo Switch 2 controller. The complete button layout is shown on this page, free to read.

What buttons do you use in Donkey Kong Bananza?

Every Donkey Kong Bananza action is mapped to its Nintendo Switch 2 button on this page — face buttons, triggers, sticks and the d-pad — so you can see the whole control scheme at a glance.

Can you remap Donkey Kong Bananza controls?

These are the game's default bindings. Remapping depends on the title and the Nintendo Switch 2's system button-mapping options.

Is this an official Donkey Kong Bananza resource?

No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Donkey Kong Bananza or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Nintendo Switch 2 · 15 default controls

Donkey Kong Bananza Nintendo Switch 2 Controls

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The complete default keyboard control scheme for Donkey Kong Bananza, grouped by category and free to read. These are the game's default bindings — most can be remapped in the in-game settings.

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15 actions mapped to the Nintendo Switch 2 controller, grouped by category. Hover any button to read its action.

Abilities 6

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Grab / Throw Chunk	`RTR2R2ZR`
Bananza Transformation	`LBL1L1LRBR1R1R`
Roll / Turf Surf	`LTL2L2ZL`
Switch Bananza Form	`RSR3R3RS`
Cycle Form Left	`D-Pad ←`
Cycle Form Right	`D-Pad →`

Combat 4

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Punch	`X■XY`
Punch Up	`Y▲YX`
Punch Down	`A✕AB`
Hand Slap	`RBR1R1R`

Movement 3

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Move	`L-Stick`
Jump	`B●BA`
Camera	`R-Stick`

System 2

Action	Xbox PlayStation Steam Deck Switch
Pause Menu	`MenuOptionsMenu+`
Open Map	`ViewShareView−`

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Donkey Kong Bananza controls — FAQ

What are the default controls for Donkey Kong Bananza?: Donkey Kong Bananza, a platformer game, maps 15 actions to the Nintendo Switch 2 controller. The complete button layout is shown on this page, free to read.
What buttons do you use in Donkey Kong Bananza?: Every Donkey Kong Bananza action is mapped to its Nintendo Switch 2 button on this page — face buttons, triggers, sticks and the d-pad — so you can see the whole control scheme at a glance.
Can you remap Donkey Kong Bananza controls?: These are the game's default bindings. Remapping depends on the title and the Nintendo Switch 2's system button-mapping options.
Is this an official Donkey Kong Bananza resource?: No. This is an unofficial reference and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Donkey Kong Bananza or its publisher. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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